Stone of Lucinda Day, 1800, Chester, Vermont
Scope and Contents
This collection includes 30 framed gravestone rubbings of various sizes, representing gravestones from New England dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. Most of the rubbings depict the iconography and imagery of the gravestones. Only a few contain text. The rubbings have a marbled black and yellow coloring.
Each rubbing records the name(s) of the individual(s) memorialized by the gravestone. Most include a date. The artists have inscribed their cataloging information on each item, which includes the size of the rubbing (small, medium or large portfolio) and a number. The set of rubbings in this collection are numbered “39/50.” Each rubbing is signed by the artists.
Dates
- 1963
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research. Access to sensitive materials may be restricted at the discretion of AFAM.
Extent
From the Collection: 30 object(s) (30 framed gravestone rubbings) ; various sizes
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Creator
- From the Collection: Neal, Avon, (1922-2003) (Artist, Person)
- From the Collection: Parker, Ann, (1934-) (Artist, Person)
Repository Details
Part of the American Folk Art Museum Archives Repository
47-29 32nd Place
Long Island City New York 11101 United States
(212) 595-9533
research@folkartmuseum.org